| www.columbiacollegesc.edu Columbia, SC May 5, 2007 |
The Honorable James Clyburn, U.S. House of Representatives: |
"You, the Columbia College Class of 2007, now possess a tremendous gift: the gift of a wonderful education. This is the greatest tool you have to make the right choices as you embark on the next chapter of your life. So I leave you with one last piece of advice – never give up. Mary McLeod Bethune, Susan B. Anthony, and Sarah Mae Flemming were faced with extraordinary obstacles. |
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They never gave up. When they came to a fork in the road, they chose the path that while treacherous, led to a long-term positive effect. I urge you to look down the path ahead of you, and search for those opportunities that will lead you to have a positive impact no matter how large or small. You have earned your degree, and it is now time to take your place as a ‘good steward of God’s varied grace.’" |
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